Apprenticeships and training programs
Kickstart your career with Council's skills programs, including apprenticeships and traineeships.
About our programs
There are various types of employment pathways available at Council to help kick start or develop your career. These pathways include:
Our programs provide participants with opportunities to gain training, skills and experience in a supportive environment.
Council invites applications for our work experience and training programs when opportunities become available throughout the year.
Training opportunities we offer
Council runs apprenticeship programs to provide you with skills, training and experience to graduate as a qualified tradesperson.
Fields in which we employ trade apprentices
- auto electrical
- auto manufacturing
- heavy vehicle mechanical
- signage and graphics
- carpentry
- electrical
- engineering fabrication
- painting and decorating
- plumbing
- horticulture
- arboriculture
- parks and gardens
- sports turf management.
Who can apply?
- Australian and New Zealand citizens aged 15 years or older.
- Permanent residency visa, temporary protection visa or temporary residency visa holders aged 15 years or older.
Council's traineeship programs will provide you with the skills, training and experience to launch your chosen career.
You’ll receive a nationally recognised qualification when you complete your program and can apply for roles in administration, civil construction, horticulture, library services and more.
Fields in which we employ trainees
- administration
- civil construction
- customer engagement
- horticulture
- libraries.
Who can apply?
- Australian and New Zealand citizens aged 15 years or older.
- Permanent residency visa, temporary protection visa or temporary residency visa holders aged 15 years or older.
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Frequently asked questions
Brisbane City Council is the largest local government in Australia where you can thrive in an environment of abundant opportunity and diversity.
Our workplace has a strong and supportive culture where you’ll feel empowered to put ideas into action.
Types of job roles available at Council include:
- professional
- trade and labour
- bus operator.